NSF NCAR Strategic Partnerships Lead - Boulder, United States - University Corporation for Atmospheric Research

Description

Job Description Summary:

The Strategic Partnerships Lead supports the NCAR Directorate to cultivate new strategic partnerships and nurture existing partnerships that align with the objectives and goals of the NCAR Strategic Plan. This position develops new projects along with providing recommendations for improvements to processes and procedures to ensure an efficient work environment for program and proposal development that aligns with the scientific community, the private sector, non-profits, academia, other FFRDCs, all levels of government, and international organizations.

Position Details:

Visa Sponsored Job:

No

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

Yes

Job Location:

Boulder, Colorado

Position Type & Term:

Full time, Term - 6 months or more (Fixed Term)

Compensation Range:

Hiring Range: $160,000 -$180,000

*Final salary and rates are based on education, experience, skills relevant to the role.*

Application Notes

Application Deadline:

• This role will require some weekly in-office days in Boulder, CO, and up to 25% travel.
• This position will be posted until the end of Thursday, May 30, 2024

Required application materials: (preferably in PDF Format)

• (Attach) Resume
• (Attach) Cover Letter - Please address how your skills and experience meet the needs of this position (for more information, please refer to the Key Responsibilities and Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities sections of this job posting).
• An Inclusion Statement will be requested for those who are selected for interviews.

Background Checks: Conducted for candidates selected for hire. Learn more.
Work Location: Regardless of flexible work arrangements, UCAR requires ALL positions to be performed within the U.S., excluding U.S. Territories.

What You Will Do

Here is a brief summary of what one would expect to be generally responsible for in this role.

Build External Partnership Opportunities

• Identify and prioritize short- and long-term opportunities to develop new partnerships and promote innovative applications for NCAR research science and science services as guided by the NCAR Strategic Plan and best practices, in coordination with the UCAR Government Relations Director, the UCAR Business Development and External Engagement Director, and other members of the Strategic Cross-Organization Relationships and Engagement (SCORE) team.
• Implement a formal opportunities funnel and lifecycle-gated management process for NCAR-led partnerships, and engage in follow-up in coordination with relevant parties to increase the success rate of business development and collaborative proposal efforts, in coordination with SCORE.
• Work to increase professional and strategic relationships with UCAR programs, universities, federal agencies, other FFRDCs, the private sector, and international organizations.
• Develop and execute an Engagement Plan for the NCAR Directors Office, which includes presence at prominent external-facing events, market awareness, and positioning the organization for future funding opportunities as a means to gather information, maintain market awareness, and position the organization for future funding opportunities.

Provide Internal Strategic Leadership & Partnership Maintenance and Development

• Participate in organizational opportunity assessments through tracking of proposal opportunities, identifying development teams to explore opportunities, provide quality assurance for surveillance plans, develop work breakdown structures, employ risk analysis and mitigation strategies, and apply formal management approaches.
• Coordinate with the SCORE team to develop and/or utilize tools to track and prioritize scientific and business development trends (e.g. Salesforce) and engage with organizational leads to identify and pursue opportunities; in partnership with NCAR senior leadership curate annual development of a prioritized list of NCAR strategic gaps.
• Utilize and serve as a culture change champion in program and project management processes and procedures and other cutting-edge applications and methodologies to aid with organizing and managing cross-lab NCAR projects and business processes that involve partnerships.
• Liaise with UCAR, NCAR, and UCP to provide effective communication and leadership on cross-entity collaborations. Ensure internal and external information distribution of NCAR science and science services with oversight of distribution methods and metrics.
• Participate in senior-level meetings internally and with partner organizations, reporting on the program and bringing issues and solutions forward.
• Lead NCAR strategy partners in enabling an effective external partnership strategy, including leading routine meetings, setting meeting agendas, coordination of bi-annual retreats, and management and coordination of following up on resulting decisions and actions emerging from these and similar activities.
• Enable partnership ambassadors within labs by providing appropriate organizational structure, training, and access to resources to facilitate successful partnership development activities. Develop a list of internal contact points for assessing partnership opportunities.

Reporting

• Develop optimal methods of tracking and reporting to the NCAR Directorate for both internal and sponsor requirements.
• Develop methods, processes, and procedures for prospective partners to access information on how to leverage NCAR science, research, and service programs through collaboration.
• Maintain a curated portfolio of development partners and opportunities for the organization.
• Exercises broad latitude to pursue opportunities and address issues on behalf of the organization. Uses advanced reasoning, complex problem-solving techniques, and experience to implement solutions that are collaborative, timely, and effective.
• Identifies best practices and benchmarks against external organizations.
• Uses expedient and creative approaches to planning and problem-solving and recommends new or revised methodologies and specialized techniques to deliver superior performance.
• Participates effectively in arriving at decisions that have a large impact on the organization. Works with the NCAR Directorate and other organizational leaders on long-term objectives and issues that have high visibility and/or potential or real costs to the organization.

Who We'd Love To Join Our Team

Successful candidates will ensure their application materials speak to the following criteria:
Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Earth Science or similar discipline
• 8-10 years of related experience consisting of a combination of science program management, project management, strategic partnership development, business development, outreach, and marketing.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

REQUIRED

• Demonstrated ability to create strategic partnerships, both domestically and internationally, and creating successful new programs and projects using creative methods to increase portfolios.
• Ability to work effectively with geographically distributed teams, and an ability and drive to promote and incorporate diversity, equity, and inclusion in developing new partnerships.
• Skill in translating scientific concepts and ideas to broad audiences and to a wide variety of stakeholders, both internal and external, in a clear and effective manner.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with senior levels of organizations.
• Demonstrated ability to employ project and program management for long and short-term strategic planning.

DESIRED

• Direct working knowledge of NASA, NOAA, NSF, DoD, DoE political and government organizations, research organizations, other federal agencies, local, state, and regional governments, academic institutions, non-profits, and the private sector.
• Knowledge of the management of and regulations governing a Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC).
• Working knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations and Export Control, contracts, subcontracts, and Memorandum of Understanding guidelines.

Benefits Overview

UCAR affirms its commitment to employees through competitive benefits. In addition to medical, dental, vision, retirement, and life insurance, UCAR offers a variety of programs focused on work-life balance and professional, and personal development. These include:

• Tuition Assistance, time off allowance to attend classes, and other professional development opportunities
• UCAR contributes 10% of your eligible pay into your retirement account; 100% fully vested on day one
• Starting minimum accrual of 20 days of personal time off each year (prorated for less than full-time positions)
• 10 paid holidays
• 10 days of sick leave each year
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave
• Short-term medical leave paid at 100% of your regular salary
• EcoPass for local Colorado residents to use the Denver and Boulder-area transit system at no cost

Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Our organization is committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment and fostering a culture where everyone feels welcome and supported. To learn more about these efforts, visit the Office of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Strategic Plan and our Diversity & Inclusion: A Welcoming Workplace site.

Research shows that women and people of color are less likely to apply for a position if they do not meet almost 100% of the desired skills and experience. Please note this is not necessary If you meet the minimum requirements and have a passion for the work, you are encouraged to apply. We can provide on-the-job training for the rest

Some Final Considerations

At UCAR|NCAR|UCP, you will work alongside a dedicated team of professionals conducting critical research and community outreach to solve complex Earth system science problems including climate change, air pollution, extreme weather, floods, drought, wildfires, and space weather, all with the goal of improving human life and reducing economic loss. Each of us, from scientists to the professionals who support their work, serves the public and a collaborative community of scientists in our mission to understand the complex processes that make up the Earth system, from the ocean floor to the Sun's core.

Flexible Work

At UCAR, we are committed to supporting our mission by giving staff the flexibility to find the schedule and location that works best to maintain their own work-life circumstances and reach their full potential as professionals. Many positions within our organization are eligible for fully on-site, hybrid, fully-remote and/or flexible work schedules.

Equal Opportunity Employer

UCAR is committed to providing equal opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or pregnancy.Whatever your intersection of identities, you are welcome at UCAR.

Export Control

All positions are required to comply with U.S. export compliance regulations work location requirements regarding access to facilities and research systems.

Visa Wait Times

Please consider the length of visa procurement when applying for this posting, understanding that you will not be able to begin employment until you are able to get a visa and enter the U.S.